Staffing Scheduler

Summary:

The Staffing Scheduler assists with the management of staffing scheduling and payroll for all levels of staff in the nursing department including the Behavior health Specialist. Plans for adequate RN and BHS coverage for each shift and proactively for future shift. Responsible for scheduling float/per diem staff and unit staff as necessary. Enters employee information and work schedules vacation and changes into integrated time and attendance system. Performs a variety of complex clerical functions under the supervision of the Lead Staffing Scheduler.

Responsibilities:

Following established criteria complete and review nursing department schedule to ensure that all work schedules/shifts are filled/covered.

In concert with Lead Staffing Scheduler arrange coverage for unanticipated absences that occur after program schedules are complete (example - new leave of absence in department) assuring cost-effective solutions and appropriate staffing ratios are maintained. This is done by working with nursing department staff to change schedules and by utilizing per diem employees.

Identify staff replacement contacted and determine qualifying pay status e.g. straight time time and one-half over 40 hours etc. Contact nursing unit management as necessary to investigate and resolve scheduling conflicts. Prepare and maintain related records of activities.

Understand the hospital*s personnel policies and procedures. Develops department schedules aligned with all policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Operate office equipment such as PC and applications calculator fax and photocopier etc.

Perform other clerical activities such as daily paperwork filing maintaining and updating manuals preparing reports distributing payroll time sheets and payroll advice etc.

Other information:

EDUCATION:

A.S./A.D. business administration healthcare admin or a related field prefered

EXPERIENCE:

One year*s experience in scheduling.

Ability to handle stressful situations and multiple demands in an effective manner and demonstrate organizational and problem-solving skills.

Organizational skills to maintain departmental files records and statistical data.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Workforce Management system applications.

Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with a variety of hospital personnel.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Bradley Hospital USA:RI:East Providence

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 2

Union: Non-Union

Test